CNC Machinist/Programmer (Looking For The Next Big Step In Your Career)

Morris Midwest • Chicago, IL

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join a USA Today Top Workplace! Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufacturers of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufacturers maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity. Morris Productivity Specialists comprise the most comprehensive customer service, support, and aftermarket sales organization in the industry. We need your depth of industry experience to bring cutting edge ideas to our customers. Morris is looking for the brightest machinists and programmers to offer the latest products, efficiency-generating solutions, and a level of machine installation customer support that is unmatched by our competitors.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of machining experience
• Internally driven with a deep-seated desire to win in a competitive marketplace
• Candidate must bring a strategic approach to all work and creativity for solving challenges
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to excel in a team environment as well as when working independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively present products and solutions to customers in one on one and group settings across multiple levels from shop floor to senior management
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and other related business programs
• Position requires access to reliable transportation, a valid U.S. driver’s license, and a clean driving record

Nice To Haves

• Preference for candidates with experience reviewing and processing part prints, fixturing strategies, and tooling selection
• Preference for candidates with lean manufacturing training
• Preference for candidates with public speaking or product presentation experience
• Preference for candidates with project management experience
• A current U.S. passport is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop strong customer relationships across multiple levels within their organizations: shop floor, programming, engineering, purchasing, and senior management.
• Act as a central knowledge base for machine accessories, workholding, and tooling products to recommend solutions direct to customers and for machine sales planning.
• Analyze customer equipment and processes to recommend products and ideas for improvement to maximize customer efficiency and profitability.
• Partner with capital equipment sales in assigned territory to ensure all customer needs are met from pre-sales to project completion.
• Cultivating a sales territory to generate revenue when not supporting capital machine projects.
• Develop and deliver outstanding customer product demonstrations.
• Attend industry events and supplier training seminars to stay current with new products, processes, and technologies.
• Manage projects collaborating with Morris’ engineering, capital equipment sales, contracts, service, and management teams.
• Possess an in-depth knowledge of the machine tool industry and product lines represented by the company.
• Maintain a high degree of integrity and professionalism that safeguards the trust and confidence of customers and colleagues.
• Perform related duties as required

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary
• Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance
• 3+ Weeks’ Vacation to Start
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events and perks
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed